Everton's long-time chairman and even longer-time board member, Bill Kenwright, will leave his role as steward of the club later this month according to an Internet rumour.The EvertonThat website claims that they have heard from "a reputable club source" that Kenwright will end his Chairmanship before the end of March.

The rumour also states that CEO Robert Elstone and director Jon Woods could follow suit, with the implication being that both will also leave the board and, in Elstone's case, be replaced as Chief Executive.

Thus far, the suggestions are uncorroborated but have spread quickly on social media.